Pearl Harbor-70 Years ago.., Today!!!

[the330thbg]

Today we have little appreciation and less perceived need for men such as these. In our past, such men, boys really, have risen.
They've risen from the farmlands, the mountains, the sprawling suburbs and packed cities. From the ghettos and the universities, to step forward and serve. Until that time comes, when such boy warriors will no longer be called upon to protect us from international greed and prejudices, both force of circumstance, and their own conviction and courage, will bring them forward yet again. As, unfortunately, has happened recently.

I think back to men and machine and I am eternally grateful. You all should be as well.

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[cooper9411]

Everyone should just give thanks to those who were there!

[The Inspector]

A couple of days ago, I was waiting at a traffic light and noticed the pickup stopped in front of me wore a Washington State issued 4 digit PHS license plate with a purple heart decal on the edge of the plate, they are getting harder and harder to find

[the330thbg]

Mr. Vice President, Mr. Speaker, Members of the Senate, of the House of Representatives:

Yesterday, December 7, 1941 — a date which will live in infamy — the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan.

The United States was at peace with that nation, and, at the solicitation of Japan, was still in conversation with its government and its emperor looking toward the maintenance of peace in the Pacific.

Indeed, one hour after Japanese air squadrons had commenced bombing in the American island of Oahu, the Japanese ambassador to the United States and his colleague delivered to our secretary of state a formal reply to a recent American message. While this reply stated that it seemed useless to continue the existing diplomatic negotiations, it contained no threat or hint of war or of armed attack.

It will be recorded that the distance of Hawaii from Japan makes it obvious that the attack was deliberately planned many days or even weeks ago. During the intervening time, the Japanese government has deliberately sought to deceive the United States by false statements and expressions of hope for continued peace.

The attack yesterday on the Hawaiian Islands has caused severe damage to American naval and military forces. I regret to tell you that very many American lives have been lost. In addition, American ships have been reported torpedoed on the high seas between San Francisco and Honolulu.

Yesterday, the Japanese government also launched an attack against Malaya.

Last night, Japanese forces attacked Hong Kong.

Last night, Japanese forces attacked Guam.

Last night, Japanese forces attacked the Philippine Islands.

Last night, the Japanese attacked Wake Island.

This morning, the Japanese attacked Midway Island.

Japan has, therefore, undertaken a surprise offensive extending throughout the Pacific area. The facts of yesterday and today speak for themselves. The people of the United States have already formed their opinions and well understand the implications to the very life and safety of our nation.

As commander-in-chief of the Army and Navy, I have directed that all measures be taken for our defense.

But always will our whole nation remember the character of the onslaught against us.

No matter how long it may take us to overcome this premeditated invasion, the American people in their righteous might, will win through to absolute victory.

I believe that I interpret the will of the Congress and of the people when I assert that we will not only defend ourselves to the uttermost, but will make it very certain that this form of treachery shall never again endanger us.

Hostilities exist. There is no blinking at the fact that our people, our territory, and our interests are in grave danger.

With confidence in our armed forces — with the unbounding determination of our people — we will gain the inevitable triumph — so help us God.

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[the330thbg]

Wonder what my kids will hear about today in their school?

Most likely NOTHING!!!

[the330thbg]

How far away were the American Carriers deployed from the attacking Japanese fleet?

[The Inspector]

Due to rapidly thinning ranks, the Pearl Harbor Survivors Association has decided to disband - Thank you gentlemen, one and all for your service.

[cooper9411]

Another reason why Honor Flight is so important.

[the330thbg]

Absolutely!

Still frustrates the he11 out of me that it took so long to get that memorial up in the first place!

[cooper9411]

Instead of our country spending billions of dollars elsewhere, why don't they take the time and the money to locate our Hero's that are "lost" and bring them home? With todays technology there is no reason why they can't do it. The memorial should have been done right after the war, just like other countries did for our guys who gave the ultimate sacrifice on their shores.

[the330thbg]

I agree with you on that one, mate!

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[cooper9411]

[the330thbg]

Hey Cooper9411..., welcome aboard!

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[cooper9411]

No I am not! I had to edit my post because someone thinks that I'm someone else. You can see that I just started here on WIX!

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[the330thbg]

No worries!

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